Serving 517 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Alexander Graham Bell Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 517 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alexander Graham Bell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Alexander Graham Bell Elementary School's student population of 517 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
517 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alexander Graham Bell Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alexander Graham Bell Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#361 out of 2113 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
22%
9%
Hispanic
20%
26%
Black
3%
5%
White
47%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alexander Graham Bell Elementary School's ranking?
Alexander Graham Bell Elementary School is ranked #361 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Alexander Graham Bell Elementary School often compared to?
Alexander Graham Bell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shelton View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Alexander Graham Bell Elementary School?
517 students attend Alexander Graham Bell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Alexander Graham Bell Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alexander Graham Bell Elementary School?
Alexander Graham Bell Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Alexander Graham Bell Elementary School offer ?
Alexander Graham Bell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Alexander Graham Bell Elementary School part of?
Alexander Graham Bell Elementary School is part of Lake Washington School District.
In what neighborhood is Alexander Graham Bell Elementary School located?
Alexander Graham Bell Elementary School is located in the South Juanita neighborhood of Kirkland, WA.
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